Availability: Bilbao / Bilbo
β-hCG and pregnancy testing Bilbao
This page provides the practical information needed to have this test at the Askabide centre in Bilbao. Blood β-hCG can confirm and quantify the pregnancy hormone in the appropriate context. A single value does not determine progression on its own and may require follow-up.
Usual sampleVenous blood for quantitative β-hCG; urine for qualitative testing depending on service.
Initial preparationNo fasting required.
Indicative turnaroundRapid when the cartridge is available; serial repeat is often scheduled after 48 hours when indicated.
PathwayAt Askabide
Bilbao / Bilbo
What you should know
Blood β-hCG can confirm and quantify the pregnancy hormone in the appropriate context. A single value does not determine progression on its own and may require follow-up.
Availability, sample type, preparation and turnaround time must be confirmed before attending.
Practical information for Bilbao
WhereEuskalduna kalea 10, 1.º A, 48008 Bilbao / Bilbo
AppointmentPhone or WhatsApp
ReportBy email after review and validation
General opening hoursL–V · 09:00–19:00
Before coming to the laboratory
- Appointments are arranged directly by phone or WhatsApp so that the test, preparation and availability can be confirmed.
- It depends on the test. Do not fast or stop medication unless a healthcare professional or the laboratory tells you to do so.
- Identification, the medical request if you have one, and any information requested by the centre.
- Ask first. The container, collection time and transport conditions depend on the test.